Al Mar C4 Chef Utility Knife, VG-2 Stainless Blade, Black Pakkawood Handles. The Al Mar Chef series offers outstanding edge retention and incredible strength for use in the kitchen. The VG-2 stainless steel blade is laminated between two layers of 400 series stainless for increased strength which surpasses other kitchen knives made from single layer steels. The full construction adds strength with black pakkawood handles and stainless steel rivets. Each knife is individually gift boxed and made in Japan.